Trend To Try: Statement Tops

Welcome to the shirt show where basic blouses are a bore and statement tops take centerstage. The season’s new spin on shirts– goes beyond the norm and exceeds all expectations. So what exactly makes these tops so unforgettable? It’s the details. Larger than life sleeves, asymmetrical styling, artful draping, mixed material mash-ups and volume are all the qualities to look for in a statement top.

Here’s 5 that fit the bill. Off-the-shoulder styling, lacing, bows and keyhole openings put these statement shirts in a league all their own. Get the look at Nasty Gal.

Laurie is a fashion writer covering fashion in cyberspace. She writes content regularly for retailers, newspapers and magazines. When she's not writing, she's most likely chasing after her toddler or watching the sunset on the Gulf of Mexico. Stay tuned for her book.